Electric vehicles are seen as a key part of the solution to climate change and energy security, but their integration into the electric grid has been a challenge. Smart grid technology can help to solve some of these challenges, but there are also potential synergies between electric vehicles and the smart grid that can be exploited.
The use of electric vehicles (EVs) is seen as a key part of the solution to climate change and energy security. EVs have the potential to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants, and to reduce dependence on imported oil. However, the integration of EVs into the electric grid has been a challenge.
Smart grid technology can help to solve some of these challenges, by enabling two-way communication between the grid and EVs, and by providing the ability to store energy in the form of electricity. There are also potential synergies between electric vehicles and the smart grid that can be exploited.
For example, EVs can provide grid services such as energy storage and demand response. EVs can also help to balance the grid by providing flexibility in when and how they charge.
The integration of EVs into the grid is a challenge that needs to be addressed in order to realise the full potential of EVs. Smart grid technology can help to solve some of these challenges, but there are also potential synergies between electric vehicles and the smart grid that can be exploited.
Oct 02, 2023